Self-Employed Tax Returns in Calgary
Sole proprietor T1 returns with careful attention to eligible business deductions for Calgary's self-employed individuals.
Who This Is For
Anyone earning income from self-employment, whether full-time or in addition to employment income. This includes rideshare and delivery drivers, contractors, tradespeople, realtors, mortgage professionals, daycare providers, rental property owners, and any individual operating as a sole proprietor.
What We Help With
Self-employed income is reported differently from employment income and requires a business statement on your T1 return. AGA Tax Solutions works with a wide range of self-employed Calgarians and understands the income types, expense categories, and GST/HST considerations that apply to each situation.
Who We Commonly Work With
- •UBER, taxi, and rideshare drivers
- •Skip the Dishes, DoorDash, and other delivery drivers
- •Construction and trade contractors
- •Realtors and mortgage professionals
- •Daycare and childcare providers
- •Rental property owners
- •Commission salespeople
- •Freelancers and independent contractors
- •Agricultural producers
Self-Employment Forms We Handle
- •T2125 — Statement of Business or Professional Activities
- •T776 — Statement of Real Estate Rentals
- •T2042 — Statement of Farming Activities
- •T2121 — Statement of Fishing Activities
- •T1163 — AgriStability and AgriInvest Programs
Common Eligible Business Expenses
- •Vehicle expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance — logbook required)
- •Home office expenses (where applicable)
- •Phone and internet (business portion)
- •Business supplies and materials
- •Advertising and marketing
- •Professional fees
- •Tools and equipment
Documents Commonly Needed
- ✓All income records (invoices, app statements, T4A slips)
- ✓All business expense receipts for the year
- ✓Vehicle logbook (if claiming vehicle expenses)
- ✓Home office records (square footage, utilities, rent)
- ✓GST/HST records (if registered)
- ✓Prior-year return or Notice of Assessment (if available)
Compliance Note
GST/HST registration requirements vary by business activity. Many self-employed individuals must register for GST/HST once they exceed CRA's small supplier threshold. Taxi and commercial ridesharing drivers may have different registration requirements under CRA rules. AGA Tax Solutions can help you determine whether GST/HST registration applies to your situation.